Hulu’s hit comedy series “Only Murders in the Building” has officially been renewed for a fourth season. The announcement comes on the same day as the release of the highly-anticipated Season 3 finale.
The show, created by Steve Martin and John Hoffman, follows the quirky trio of Charles Haden-Savage (Steve Martin), Oliver Putnam (Martin Short), and Mabel Mora (Selena Gomez) as they team up to solve murders in their New York City apartment building. With a star-studded cast including Meryl Streep and Paul Rudd, the series has quickly become a fan-favorite and has been praised for its clever writing and comedic performances.
According to Hulu, “Only Murders in the Building” is the streaming platform’s most-watched original comedy series to date. The third season of the show had the most-watched premiere day of any Hulu scripted original in 2023 thus far, solidifying its popularity among viewers. In fact, the show ranked as the No. 9 most-watched title of the week upon the launch of Season 3, and the No. 3 streaming original series according to Nielsen’s weekly streaming rankings.
In an interview with Variety, co-creator John Hoffman discussed the themes present in Season 3, explaining that the show delves into the question of “how far would you go to hold onto something you want so badly?” This theme of ambition and the lengths people will go to achieve their dreams have resonated with audiences, making “Only Murders in the Building” one of this year’s most talked-about shows.
The successful run of the show can also be attributed to its star-studded cast and the strong chemistry between Martin, Short, and Gomez. With Steve Martin and John Hoffman at the helm, fans can expect many more hilarious and suspenseful episodes to come.
As the show heads into its fourth season, fans are already excited to see what new mysteries and laughs the trio will unravel in the next installment. With its renewal, “Only Murders in the Building” continues to cement its position as one of Hulu’s top original series and a must-watch for fans of comedy and crime solving.
